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Retiring at 65? This downturn might change your plans

The economic fallout from the coronavirus could be coming for your retirement plans. 

Baby boomers worried about pandemic's impact on retirement

Retirement platform Kindur revealed in a new survey that 56% of Baby Boomers are concerned that current market volatility is going to impact retirement funds. Kindur Founder and CEO Rhian Horgan joins Yahoo Finance’s Zack Guzman to discuss.

OPEC's biggest-ever oil cut fails to lift confidence

Asian shares fell on Monday as investors braced for more signs of economic damage from the coronavirus pandemic, although a landmark deal by OPEC and its allies to slash output helped oil prices climb in volatile trade. Libby Hogan reports

5 companies that are booming amid coronavirus

Although many companies are struggling amid the coronavirus pandemic, there are some that are actually booming.

Buying PPE from China poses risks of knock-offs and pricing gouging

The Chinese government says it will impose tougher inspections on personal protection equipment before it's shipped out of the country. Other governments, private companies, nonprofits and profiteers are competing for those critical medical supplies. Jim Axelrod shows how buyers in the U.S. are struggling to get what they need.

Here's the story of the rise and fall of J.C Penney

JCPenney started as a Wyoming dry goods store called The Golden Rule back in 1902. Today, it's struggling to stay afloat. Here's how the retailer that once dominated malls fell out of favor.

5 tips on landing a job during the coronavirus pandemic

For recent grads, building the kinds of relationships that will help take your career to the next level is a lot of pressure. From surging unemployment numbers to the sudden shift to remote work — the coronavirus pandemic makes landing a job right now even more complicated. But that doesn’t have to stop you. We spoke to an expert to find out how. Here are five tips on how to set yourself up for success when this is over. Caroline Ceniza-Levine is a career expert and co-founder of SixFigureStart, a career coaching firm. “The New Normal” is a series from The Lily and The Washington Post that talks about how to adjust to our new way of life, hosted by Nicole Ellis. The Lily is a publication of The Washington Post that covers critical stories about women and gender.

Study finds US senators are lousy stock pickers

When senators buy or sell stocks, they usually do worse than broader benchmarks, new academic research finds.

Factors to consider before cashing out a 401(k)

Think carefully about the long-term repercussions before taking money out of a 401(k).

30 Things You Should Never Buy on Amazon

Amazon has everything under the sun — but does it have the best prices, too? Not always, unfortunately. While Amazon offers convenience and speed, it doesn't deliver good deals in certain categories. Groceries, big appliances, and mattresses are just some of the items that you're better off purchasing elsewhere.

Looking for a job during pandemic stay-at-home orders? Beware employment scams

The coronavirus outbreak can make people more vulnerable to employment scams.

Skills you can learn online for free right now to improve your resume

Companies are offering free online courses and certifications for skills such as coding, photography, and public speaking.

Recession-proof jobs that should survive the pandemic

In the space of mere weeks, the global economy has been transformed and millions of workers have lost their jobs due to coronavirus. It’s not just the immediate impacts we need to worry about either, as the effects of a recession will be long-lasting. Fortunately not all jobs are at risk though – click or scroll through the see the 30 recession-proof jobs that will survive the pandemic.

What is an HR Business Partner?

An HR business partner can mold a long-term HR strategy that helps an organization achieve its goals. This guide will help you determine whether your company needs one or if HR software is adequate.

The Beginner’s Guide to Performing a Brand Audit

The world today moves at a breakneck pace, so what worked for your brand one day might not work the next. A brand audit will give you the insights that you need to stay on top of your market demands.

How to Build a Stellar Sales Team Within Your Small Business

Sales teams are a key revenue driver for companies. Given their importance, knowing how to build a successful sales team is a must. The Blueprint shows you how.

'We're not governments' — Cramer says small business owners can't front their employees forever

CNBC's Jim Cramer said Monday the slow rollout of promised small business loans is unfairly putting more burden on small business owners.